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217 East 59 Street

Manhattan, NY 10022BBL 1-01414-0009Map

Owner of record: 59 St Realty LLC

217 East 59 Street is a mixed residential and retail building built in 1910 in Manhattan, 10022. It has 6 residential units across 4 floors. The owner of record is 59 St Realty LLC. HPD has recorded 75 housing violations here, most recently on October 7, 2026. 13 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 1 rent-stabilized apartment here in 2024.

HPD violations
75
DOB violations
7
ECB violations
5
HPD complaints
54

What to know

Concern
3 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Watch
Last violation Oct 7, 2026

Date of the most recent HPD inspection that found a problem.

Good
No unpaid ECB fines

No balance due on recent ECB violations.

Rent stabilization

Rent-stabilized units in 2024
1
About 17% of the building's 6 apartments

Counts come from owners' rent-stabilization filings shown on NYC Department of Finance tax bills, as extracted by JustFix. They tell you a building has stabilized apartments, not which ones.

Stabilized units by tax-bill year

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Violations

Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.

HPD housing violations · 75

  • B

    Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules missing in the entire apartment located at apt 2f, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Oct 7, 2026 · Apt 2F

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations missing in the entire apartment located at apt 2f, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Oct 7, 2026 · Apt 2F

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Remove the accumulation of refuse and/or rubbish and maintain in a clean condition the floors at public hall, 2nd story

    Oct 7, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective vinyl floor tiles at vestibule hallway to public hall , 1st story

    Aug 1, 2026

    Open — Nov certified on time
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges in the entrance located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jul 15, 2026 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jul 1, 2026 · Apt 2R

    Open — Invalid certification
  • A

    File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.

    Apr 29, 2026

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • I

    And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.

    Nov 17, 2025

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • I

    And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.

    Nov 22, 2024

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective latch set in the entrance located at apt 4r, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Apr 25, 2024 · Apt 4R

    Closed — Violation dismissed
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  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges in the entrance located at apt 3f, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Apr 16, 2024 · Apt 3F

    Open — Nov certified late
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing in the entire apartment located at apt 2f, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Apr 16, 2024 · Apt 2F

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt 2f, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Apr 16, 2024 · Apt 2F

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). defective in the entire apartment located at apt 3f, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Apr 16, 2024 · Apt 3F

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector defective in the entire apartment located at apt 3f, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Apr 16, 2024 · Apt 3F

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.

    Apr 1, 2024

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly secure the loose radiator cover east at building entrance

    Nov 20, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • I

    And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.

    Nov 15, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department around the building entrance door from inside at north wall , 1st story

    Aug 11, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Post and maintain a proper sign on wall of entrance story showing the registration number assigned by the department and the address of the building., 1st story

    Aug 11, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    § 329, m/d law and dept. rules and regs. provide a completed certificate of inspection visits in a proper frame at or near mailboxes, bottom edge of frame between 48-62 inches above floor frame missing , 1st story

    Aug 11, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Post, in a form approved by the commissioner, and maintain a notice in a common area of the building regarding the procedures that should be followed when a gas leak is suspected, 1st story

    Aug 11, 2023

    Open — Not complied with
  • A

    Post and maintain a proper notice on wall of the entrance story in english and spanish on the availability of the agencys housing information guide. a sample notice can be found at www.nyc.gov/hpd., 1st story

    Aug 11, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Post a proper notice of carbon monoxide detecting device requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, in a common area of a class a multiple dwelling near inspection certificate or provide notice to tenants in a private dwelling.

    Aug 11, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Post a proper notice of smoke detector requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, at or near the mail box missing , 1st story

    Aug 11, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material around the building entrance door from inside at north wall , 1st story

    Aug 11, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the roof so that it will not leak over the ceiling at public hall, 4th story

    Aug 11, 2023

    Open — Not complied with
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of refrigerator with door intact at public hall, 4th story

    Aug 11, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the roof so that it will not leak on the ceiling , 4th story

    Jul 19, 2023

    Open — Not complied with
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department on the ceiling , 4th story

    Jul 19, 2023

    Open — Not complied with
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of refrigerator with door intact at public hall, 4th story

    Jul 19, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Post and maintain a proper notice on wall of the entrance story in english and spanish on the availability of the agencys housing information guide. a sample notice can be found at www.nyc.gov/hpd., 1st story

    Jul 19, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Post notice, in form approved by the department, stating the name and location of the person designated by the owner to have key to buildings heating system missing , 1st story

    Jul 19, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Post a proper notice of smoke detector requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, at or near the mail box missing , 1st story

    Jul 19, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Post a proper notice of carbon monoxide detecting device requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, in a common area of a class a multiple dwelling near inspection certificate or provide notice to tenants in a private dwelling.

    Jul 19, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Post and maintain a proper sign on wall of entrance story showing the registration number assigned by the department and the address of the building., 1st story

    Jul 19, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.

    Mar 15, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • I

    And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.

    Nov 2, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Remove the illegal fastening self locking lock and assembly at bulkhead door

    Oct 27, 2022

    Closed — Violation closed
  • I

    And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.

    Feb 15, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.

    Feb 15, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing located at apt 4r, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jan 14, 2022 · Apt 4R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the roof so that it will not leak above ceiling in the 1st room from north at east located at apt 4r, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jan 14, 2022 · Apt 4R

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing located at apt 4r, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jan 14, 2022 · Apt 4R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of key operated lockset on bulkhead door

    Jan 14, 2022

    Open — Not complied with
  • A

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the 1st room from north at east located at apt 4r, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jan 14, 2022 · Apt 4R

    Open — Not complied with
  • C

    Code: arrange and make self-closing the doors ... in the entrance located at apt 4r, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jan 14, 2022 · Apt 4R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Fire egress defective. remove obstructing bars or unlawful gates from at least 1 window or provide approved type gate ... in the 1st room from north at east located at apt 4r, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jan 14, 2022 · Apt 4R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Post notice, in form approved by the department, stating the name and location of the person designated by the owner to have key to buildings heating system missing sign at public hall, 1st story

    Dec 20, 2021

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    § 329, m/d law and dept. rules and regs. provide a completed certificate of inspection visits in a proper frame at or near mailboxes, bottom edge of frame between 48-62 inches above floor frame missing at public hall, 1st story

    Dec 20, 2021

    Closed — Violation closed

DOB building violations · 7

  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2015 inspection report

    Feb 24, 2017

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2011 inspection report

    Mar 1, 2013

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Lblvio-low pressure boiler boiler required

    Dec 31, 2009

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 1, 2009

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 19, 2003

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Mar 20, 2002

    Vw*-violation - work w/o permit dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Dec 18, 1989

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 5

  • Hazardous

    Failure to maintain bldg wall.note:at south elevation mortars missing from bricks and window lentils are sagging and not providing adeqaute support.remedy:maintain bldg

    Apr 15, 2004 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Work without a permit. having placd a flag pole at front of building above second floor window extending aover side walk area. remedy: obtain a permit if feasable of remove flagpole.

    May 22, 2002 · Penalty $250

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Maintaning a flagpole contrary to section c264081 of building code.note:flag pole projects over side walk from above 2nd fl.remedy:remove illlegal flagpole

    May 22, 2002 · Penalty $200

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to maintain building. defect is: building is sagging from 1st floor to roof, at stairwell area. remedy: make all necessary repair. file plans. obtain all necessary approvals & permits. upon completion

    Mar 9, 1999

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Failure to have approved pa plans available for inspection. remedy: provide approved pa plans for inspection.

    Mar 15, 1990

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Oct 6, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jul 8, 2026 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jul 6, 2026 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jun 29, 2026 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Apr 27, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Apr 26, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Apr 23, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Apr 13, 2026 · Apt BUILDI

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Apr 13, 2026 · Apt BUILDI

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Apr 13, 2026 · Apt BUILDI

    Close
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  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Nov 13, 2025 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Nov 13, 2025 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Nov 10, 2025 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Electric

    Outlet/switch

    Nov 10, 2025 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Apr 3, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Mar 6, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Jan 26, 2025 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 22, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Oct 19, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Mar 27, 2024 · Apt 3F

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Mar 27, 2024 · Apt 3F

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Mar 18, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 30, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 19, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 12, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 11, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Radiator

    Nov 20, 2023 · Apt BUILDI

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Aug 7, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Aug 7, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Jul 26, 2023 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Jul 25, 2023 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Oct 26, 2022 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door to dumbwaiter

    Oct 26, 2022 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Oct 26, 2022 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Oct 26, 2022 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Stairs

    Oct 26, 2022 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Oct 26, 2022 · Apt 4F

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Sep 24, 2022 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Sep 24, 2022 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Sep 24, 2022 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Sep 24, 2022 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Sep 24, 2022 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Mar 23, 2022 · Apt 3F

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Jan 8, 2022 · Apt 4R

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 8, 2022 · Apt 4R

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Radiator

    Jan 8, 2022 · Apt 4R

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 18, 2021 · Apt 3F

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Dec 15, 2020 · Apt 2F

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Dec 15, 2020 · Apt 2F

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Nov 9, 2020 · Apt 2F

    Close

Sales history

No recorded sales in our data

Sales come from the NYC Department of Finance rolling sales file.

Building details

Building type
Mixed residential and retail building (S5)
Year built
1910
Floors
4
Residential units
6
Building area
7,400 ft²
Lot area
2,511 ft²
Zoning
R8B
Community board
108
Council district
5
Block / lot
1414 / 9
Assessed value
$1,540,350
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #138029, last renewed Jun 29, 2026.

Questions about 217 East 59 Street

Who owns 217 East 59 Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 59 St Realty LLC.

Does 217 East 59 Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 75 housing violations at this property.

Is 217 East 59 Street rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 1 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 17% of its 6 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 217 East 59 Street built?

City records list 1910 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 217 East 59 Street?

It has 6 residential units and 7 units in total.

Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.